So, North Korean strategists chose to hit the weakest spots of both major donors.

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"The biggest problem is that the worst-hit spots are spread out in the mountains and it is very hard for rescuers to get the injured people out, " said Zhou Shaohua, chief surgeon at the People's Hospital of Lushan.

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While I did think the pacing hit some rough spots here and there, by and large the story races along, and the reader races along with it, driven by excitement and curiosity.

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Not that he hasn't hit rough spots in the road--in 2002 his portfolio was down almost 40%.

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In order to hit subsequent spots, the stylet retracts back into the cannula, which adjusts its up and down position, extending once again to reach the area.

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They also indicate that some of the hardest-hit spots have gone through a purging process and seen prices reset at market levels.

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Television and radio spots are slated to hit the airwaves this week, along with a social-media push.

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The previous season he had hit 96 in the Pura Cup final win but either side of those high spots there were periods of less scintillating form, including seasons where he struggled for regular first-team action with his state side.

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Hudson gave up a hit to the first or second batter in each inning and often found himself in tough spots.

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"I felt like I hit the ball good enough, but more importantly, I missed the ball in all the correct spots, " said Woods, who is looking to win the tournament for the second time.

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